Arsy-Versy

Fifty-something former miner Jaroslav has always dreamt of a career as a race car driver. In a congenial and jovial manner, he represents not only the charms and struggles (especially economic) of southeastern Moravia, but also the ever more visible chasm between city and countryside. An uncommonly charismatic portrait of a man struggling with the traumas of the past who, with disarming directness, clings to the promise of good luck and a dignified life alongside a new partner.

This film's ambition is neither to present a register of weird people, nor to come up with an alternative tourist guide of the largest mountain area in the Czech Republic. It´s an immersion into mysterious parts of human soul, long-lasting solitude and isolation, to a parallel world asking us disturbing questions. This film is an intimate quiz taking place in the magical space of Šumava mountains, dealing with our vital decisions and our ability to face them.